St. Maria im Kapitol is located in the city center of Cologne. This beautiful old building was built in the early-Romanesque style, and draws its originality and uniqueness. This monumental building is the largest Romanesque church in Cologne. Currently, the temple is not just a cultural attraction, it works and is open to all comers.

At the site of the Church of St. Mary the Capitoline still in I century was a temple dedicated to the Roman gods - Capitoline Triad. It was here in the future and the present name of the Church has gone. This church is one of basil, which is made in the shape of a trefoil - with a central nave and transept.

In the X century in the Basilica of the efforts of the Archbishop of the city it was founded a convent. It was named in honor of St. Mary's and played a significant role in the spiritual life of Cologne. This church was the second most important after the Cathedral. Bells of St. Mary's Church Capitol for centuries signaled and notify residents of the danger.

Like many other buildings, this basilica was unable to avoid damage during the Second World War. During the bombing of the building has been damaged very much, but the government has decided to complete the restoration of the church. In 1984 we ended the restoration works, and the Basilica acquired its original appearance. Moreover, the emphasis was on the fact that the back face of the building, which she had in the XI century. Currently, St. Maria im Kapitol stores within its walls a large collection of art of the Middle Ages.